Camping in Devon | Photo Diary

I have officially been camping! As an adult anyway, I'm sure I went camping as a child but I don't remember it...either way, it's one more thing ticked off my 30 by 30 bucket list! 

Josh, Charlie and I went camping with Josh's mum, stepdad, 3 of Josh's siblings and their partners. We stayed in Totnes, Devon at ..... We left at 6:30am which was a bit of shock to mine and Charlie's system! How we both stayed awake during the 4 hour trip I do not know. It was a bit disappointing when we got there, as Josh's idea of camping is in the middle of the woods. That being said, it wasn't a terrible place to camp, and it was definitely family friendly. 

6 Tips for a Cozy & Quaint Cottage Garden

Who doesn’t love the cottagecore aesthetic that’s been blowing up on the internet for the last couple of years? It’s happy, it’s cozy, and it’s a nod to simplicity and not falling for consumeristic behaviour. In general, it’s all about enjoying the flow and being simple. This is kind of how one could describe the cottage garden. They’re fun, they’re wild, and they’re not rigid whatsoever. Even if you’re not a big fan of the aesthetic or lifestyle, you can still enjoy the fun and beauty that the garden creates. Here are some tips for creating the perfect cottage garden.

August Exercise Routine & Plans

I'm back at it again! Time to buck up my ideas and get fit. It's been a while since I've intentionally tried to exercise - I last did yoga in May! I just really want to live a healthier lifestyle and feel better about myself.

August Budget

July was a bit of a spendy month! I ended up spending lots of money with The Body Shop, Studio and Shein. I also had some ASDA and Amazon gift cards to use, and sold some bits so I had some extra money to see me through last month!

July Recap & August Goals

July has actually been a really good month! I've been feeling much more positive this month, I've been doing more fun things and work has been really good too. I've also finally started binge watching Bobs Burgers. I love that show, I honestly can't decide who my favourite character is!

Lammas & How to Celebrate

Lammas, a.k.a Lughnasdh, is named after the Celtic Sun god Lugh and marks the beginning of the harvest season. Lammas falls on August 1st and is celebrated with feasting, games and song. We welcome in the impending darkness and prepare for Autumn!

Weekly Budget Round Up | 11th-17th July

I feel like I haven't been tracking my spending habits all that well this year, so I thought this month I would try a weekly budget round up! It's definitely going to help me see how I'm spending my money and what I need to change. I haven't included my savings or what I owed people, this is literally just to see how I spend after that.

July Product Empties

This isn't my usual type of post but as I've finished some of my favourite products this month, I thought I'd share them with you! So here are my three favourite Body Shop products that I've used on a virtually daily basis lately.

How to Embrace the Minimalist Lifestyle

The minimalist lifestyle has many benefits worth considering. For starters, it encourages you to spend less and save more, leading to financial stability. Likewise, you focus on acquiring fewer but high-quality possessions, eliminating excess clutter. The minimalist lifestyle is also stress-free, as you have fewer things to clean or worry about. Statistics also indicate that the minimalist home style is popular among British house hunters. So, are you planning to embrace the minimalist lifestyle? If yes, here’s how to achieve the best results. 

Weekly Budget Round Up | 28th June - 3rd July

I feel like I haven't been tracking my spending habits all that well this year, so I thought this month I would try a weekly budget round up! It's definitely going to help me see how I'm spending my money and what I need to change. I haven't included my savings or what I owed people, this is literally just to see how I spend after that.

See also: July Budget

Four Ideas for Quality Time with Your Family

In daily life, one must balance a number of competing priorities, such as work, school, and extracurricular activities outside of school hours. Finding the time to hang out with the people who are important to you might be challenging at times. It's an opportunity to spend some quality time together as a family without being distracted by ringing phones, glaring screens, or the need to wrap up some unfinished business at the very last minute. When was the last time you and your family did anything enjoyable together as a unit? The summer break is the ideal time for families to spend quality time together and take pleasure in each other's presence. You'll find some suggestions for activities that are suitable for the whole family and will bring you closer together in the following paragraphs.